Cryptic crossword clue
Tempts to break rules 5

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 5 letter word LURES

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The straight part
We know that "Tempts" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case tempts = lures.
The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.
This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does LURES mean?

LURES noun
  1. Something that tempts or attracts, especially one with a promise of reward or pleasure
  2. An artificial bait attached to a fishing line to attract fish
  3. A bunch of feathers attached to a line, used in falconry to recall the hawk
  4. A velvet smoothing brush
LURES noun
  1. A trumpet with long curved tube, used for calling cattle, etc.

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